boringBar
a dock replacement for macOS
Features
Current desktop, only
Shows only the windows open on your active desktop. No noise from other desktops.
Desktop switcher
One click to switch to any desktop on the current display. Also displays the number of windows on each desktop.
App launcher
A searchable list of all your apps, one keystroke away from anywhere on your Mac.
Pin apps to the bar and launcher
Keep favourites always visible — even when they have no open windows.
Notification badges
System unread counts show directly on chips, so you never miss what needs attention.
Attention pulse
When an app needs your attention, its chip pulses — a subtle cue, no Dock bounce required.
Scroll to switch desktops
Scroll up or down on the bar to move between desktops. Direction is configurable.
Adjustable bar size
Choose small, medium, or large. Takes effect immediately.
Group windows by app
Collapses multiple windows into one chip, with a count badge.
Toggle chip titles
Hide app name text on chips while keeping icons and window count badges.
Window or app names
Show full window titles in chips, or just the app name for a cleaner look.
Hide dock
Hides the dock while the bar is running so it stays out of the way. Restored when you turn this feature off.
Show on all displays
Works across multiple monitors, even when "Displays have separate Spaces" is off.
Global keyboard shortcut
Assign any key combo to open the launcher from anywhere, with no app switching needed.
Run at login
Starts automatically on sign-in so your bar is always ready.